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Contact the Park:
(520) 466-3183
Picacho Peak SP
P.O. Box 275
Picacho, AZ 85141

Facilities

Visitor Center Restrooms Gift Shop Group: Day Use Areas Group: Camping Sites Camping Electric RV Sites Non Electric RV Sites Dump Station Showers Picnic Areas/Shelters Hiking Trails Wildlife Viewing

Nearest Services: 1 mile

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511 Speed Code

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Park's Speed Code: 4232#

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Fees

Park Entrance Fees:
Per Vehicle (1-4 Adults): $7.00
Individual/Bicycle: $3.00

Camping Fees:
Non-Electric site: $15
Electric site: $20

Fee Schedule

Picacho Peak State Park

Yield SignThis Park is Scheduled to Close June 3, 2010

At the Janurary 15, 2010 meeting, the Arizona State Parks Board voted to keep nine parks open and close the remaining thirteen State Parks in a phased series of closures starting February 22, 2010, due to six different State Parks funds being swept of $8.6 million. In addition, four parks remain closed due to previous budget reductions. Learn More (Learn More)


March 13 & 14: Civil War in the Southwest 2010

Civil War in the SouthwestDownload Civil War Event Schedule (PDF Document 716 KB PDF) Please print out schedule and bring with you to the park.

Mark your calendars! The annual Civil War in the Southwest will be held March 13 & 14, 2010 at Picacho Peak State Park! Each year hundreds of spectators descend on Picacho Peak State Park to watch re-enactments of an Arizona Civil War skirmish and the New Mexico battles of Glorieta and Val Verde.

Visitors travel from around the country to experience the three fascinating historic re-enactment's complete with lifestyles of the soldiers in the southwest during the 1860s. More than 200 re-enactors come in from many states and will camp at the park with their authentic Civil War camping gear. Food and beverage concessions are also available, including the popular Kettle corn vendor.

Check out the photo gallery from the 2008 event, or watch a short video about battles in the southwest below. This event is sponsored by Arizona State Parks Foundation and Union Pacific Railroad.

Historical Re-Enactors please download and complete the 2010 Event Rules & Registration Form (PDF Document 609 KB PDF). Re-enactors are also encouraged to review Guidelines regarding Clothing, Artillery, and Battle Weapons.

New Visitor Center

Visitor CenterThe new Picacho Peak State Park Visitor Center is now open! The Visitor Center has public restrooms, a gift shop, plus vending machines with energy drinks and snacks. Hours vary, but are typically 8 am to 5 pm. The new building is U.S. Green Building Council certified Gold in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rankings. Photo: Members of the Arizona State Parks Board, executive staff, and park staff at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Visitor Center, in October 2009.


 
Civil War Re-Enactment Video
Event Date: March 13 & 14, 2010

After you start the video, click the HQ button for High Quality.
Check out the photo gallery from the 2008 event.

About the Park


Climb to summit of Picacho Peak at Picacho Peak State Park. The Hunter Trail is a difficult 2.0 mile trail to the summit that begins on the north side from Barrett Loop and goes to the top of the peak. The trail climbs a resistant path typical of the Sonoran desert. The route is steep and twisting, with steel cables (gloves are recommended) anchored into the rock in places where the surface is bare.

Visitors traveling along I-10 in southern Arizona can’t miss the prominent 1,500-foot peak of Picacho Peak State Park. Enjoy the view as you hike the trails that wind up the peak and, often in the spring, overlook a sea of wildflowers. The park and surrounding area are known for its unique geological significance, outstanding and varied desert growth, and historical importance. The unique shape has been used as a landmark by travelers since prehistoric times. One of the first recordings was in the 1700s by the Anza Expedition as it passed through the area.

The park facilities include a visitor center with exhibits and a gift store, hiking trails, playground, historical markers, campground (with or without electric), picnic areas, ramadas, grills, dump station, restrooms, and showers. The group use areas, for day & overnight use, are available by reservation. Before you hike, be prepared with enough water and proper footwear as the trails are steep and challenging.

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